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On today’s episode you’ll hear from Creve Coeur Christmas tree farmer Michael Blank. Plus Hannah Alani has an update on what you need to know about the new COVID-19 omicron variant. And Tim Shelley takes a deep dive into the Distillery Labs business incubator.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a UnityPoint expert about what parents are wondering about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids. Plus, you'll learn about the battery storage angle of the state's new clean energy jobs plan. And learn how hard it is to grow local journalists in Peoria.

When Monica Vest Wheeler was let go by the Observer, a Peoria weekly, in 1992, she said that “It turned out that it was the best thing that ever happened to me.”

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, December 2. Our top story is about what local health experts have to say regarding the new COVID-19 Omicron variant. You’ll also hear from Bradley University’s first vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion. WCBU’s Tim Shelley interviews Dr. Warren Anderson about his past experience and his ideas for the new position.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Bradley University's new VP for diversity, equity and inclusion: Warren Anderson. Plus, an interview with Chris Schaffner, the director of JOLT Foundation, a Peoria-based harm reduction nonprofit. And Illinois Central College president Sheila Quirk-Bailey talks to Tim Shelley about the proposed Hired! IT Workforce Accelerator project.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with Wendy Thomasson, Executive Director of the Peoria Ballet, about the return of The Nutcracker to the Peoria Civic Center. This family holiday tradition features 100 dancers joined by professional guest artists dancing the roles of Drosselmeyer, Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier, plus live music by Heartland Festival Orchestra. Three performances will be offered December 11 -12 with tickets starting at $10. For tickets and information visit The Peoria Ballet.

On today's episode, you'll hear about scientists at the Peoria Ag Lab who are developing a jet biofuel from soybean oil. Plus, a look at the remarkable career of Bradley basketball legend Hersey Hawkins as he becomes a Hall of Famer. And an interview with Daniel Ackley, the creator and editor of Peoria's newest art publication, Art Review.

On today’s episode you’ll hear about Peoria’s Better Earth Composting. Plus, on Postmark Peoria, you’ll learn how the Illinois River once fostered a thriving ice business. And during Out and About, host Jenn Gordon of Arts Partners speaks with Wendy Thomasson of the Peoria Ballet about their upcoming performance of the Nutcracker.

If you take a cruise on the Spirit of Peoria riverboat you’ll hear a recording provided by Brian “Fox” Ellis with background on the Illinois River.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, December 3. Our top story is about booster shots for Peorians who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You’ll also hear about Blanks Evergreen Acres, a Christmas tree farm in Creve Coeur. WCBU’s Jody Holtz interviews Mike Blanks about how the family-owned tree farm bounced back this season after closing in 2020 due to COVID-19. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.